Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- Chemical Family
- Ingredient Origin
- Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
- Technologies
- Product Families
- Origin
Wax obtained from the lipophilic fraction of Sweet Almond.
Features & Benefits
- Labeling Claims
- Product Features
- Compatible in any anhydrous cosmetic
- Moisturizing and emollient properties
- Consistency factor indicated for anhydrous systems, lipogels, W/O emulsions, O/W emulsions.
- Best indications for make-up products intended as a good analog of traditional waxes.
- Compatible in any cosmetic anhydrous form, or where a consistent lipophilic phase is present.
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Applications
- Application Format
- Skin Care Applications
- Use Level
- 2-20%
- Recommended Uses
- Lipogel
- O/W, W/O emulsions
- Best indicated for make-up products
- Formulation aid
- Mode of Action
Double action: consistency factor and functional substance for the high percentage of unsaponifiable fraction.
Properties
- Odor
- Characteristic
- Appearance
- Waxy pellets
- Typical Properties
- Microbiological Values
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Saponification Number | 175.00 - 200.00 | mgKOH/g | — |
| Flash Point | min. 100 | °C | — |
| Iodine Number | max. 30.00 | gI2/100g | — |
| Melting Point | 58.00 - 66.00 | °C | — |
| Acid Value | max. 10 | mgKOH/g | — |
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Bacteria Count | max. 100 | CFU/ml | — |
| Yeasts And Molds Count | max. 10 | CFU/ml | — |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
Safety & Health
- Toxicological Information
Skin irritation (in vitro): Not irritant
Packaging & Availability
- Regional Availability
Storage & Handling
- Storage and Handling
- Keep product away from direct light
- Store in an air-tight container